I was born in Santa Fe and have lived here most of my life. I have attempted to leave a few times, but the oddness of New Mexico feels the most reasonable to me. Participating in, and supporting, the Library's Mission, Vision, and Values helps bolster my belief that our freedom to learn is our most valuable asset. Our libraries are democracy in action. Being a member of the SFPL Advisory Board helps me be subversive in a productive way.
It is nearly impossible to select a favorite book, but my most reliable book is Ovid's Metamorphoses. It is the most epic of epic poems, and I become a different person every time I read it.